Many residents were afraid to speak out and would not give named testimony
A file photo of Beverley Magistrates Court(Image: ERYC)
Two homes can no longer have certain people visiting following allegations of antisocial behaviour, including drug dealing. The orders were granted against two Bridlington properties, in Kirkgate Mews and Southback Lane.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council obtained two closure orders on the properties at Beverley Magistrates Court on Friday, March 20. Both of the properties are council-owned.
At Kirkgate Mews, there were allegations of drug dealing, rowdy persons visiting the property regularly, large breed dogs off leads and not muzzled, and a large quantity of cars left in severe disrepair in the communal car park.
At Southback Lane, there were allegations of drug dealing, domestic violence, organised crime groups operating in the property, stabbings, and threats of violence and damage to residents’ property in the area.
These actions negatively impacted the community, particularly older residents who felt unsafe and intimidated, the Council said. Many reported to have feared speaking out and were unwilling to give named testimony.
The order for Kirkgate Mews prohibits anyone from entering the property for three months. Anyone other than officers from the council, police, other emergency services or utility providers, who enters the premises can be fined, imprisoned or both.
The second order, for Southback lane, prohibits anyone from entering the property for three months, other than the resident, and two named individuals, or officers from the council, police, other emergency services or utility providers. Anyone else who enters or stays on the premises without a reasonable excuse can also be fined, imprisoned or both.
The orders were served by the council’s anti-social behaviour team and run until 19 June 2026.
Councillor Lyn Healing, East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for communities and public protection said: “We are dedicated to supporting safe and welcoming communities and taking firm action against anti-social behaviour.
“We will continue to work with Humberside Police to ensure that the East Riding remains a good place to live for all residents.”
More information about how to report antisocial behaviour can be found on the East Riding of Yorkshire Council website here.
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